The Librarian
Kit Basher
In the beginning there was nothing. Then it exploded...
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Post by The Librarian on Dec 19, 2012 12:02:02 GMT
Very much out of my depth on this subject but was wondering if anyone can confirm the yellow on the leading edges of this kit's markings. They seem unusual. I have to build a 405 Sqn aircraft for my Dad. His cousin was on LQ-M, shot down and killed over Essen. Any directions to pictures of this actual aircraft would also be very welcome.
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peebeep
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Post by peebeep on Dec 19, 2012 16:17:40 GMT
The yellow areas are where de-icing paste was applied to the leading edge of the flying surfaces, quite common in the mid part of the war until other de-icing methods were introduced.
peebeep
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Post by sanguin on Dec 22, 2012 19:13:21 GMT
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Post by Bri on Jan 30, 2013 16:48:48 GMT
Bit late now, but as I remember the paste was always described as "mustard" yellow - hence rather dull and brownish, not the true buttercup/custard of roundel edges - Bri.
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Post by alfie on Feb 3, 2013 15:03:10 GMT
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The Librarian
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Post by The Librarian on Feb 11, 2013 23:32:37 GMT
Thanks to everyone. Very useful information. I've a feeling, as my Dad's kin mention Pathfinders, that his Halifax probably had the faired over forward turret...could be fun reproducing this. I hate to admit but I met Paul Zorner some years ago. Didn't know about this connection then....frightening to think he killed a relative in action!!!!
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